Arts & Creative Expression

Increasing equitable opportunities
in the arts

granted to arts initiatives since 1982
granted to arts initiatives since 1982
Together, we are creating community through art.

With art budgets consistently on the chopping block in schools, philanthropy plays an essential role in ensuring opportunities for creative expression continue to be accessible to everyone.

The arts are essential for personal and community development.

The arts inspire innovation, celebrate culture, create connection, empower self-expression, employ creatives, and so much more. Glick Philanthropies focuses on three areas in the arts & creative expression:

Increase

Increase equitable opportunities for Indianapolis youth who may not otherwise have the chance to participate in transformative arts and creative expression experiences.

Invest

Invest in Indianapolis arts organizations led by outstanding and innovative leaders who are advancing equity and community vitality. 

Incorporate

Incorporate arts and creative expression opportunities into Glick apartment communities. 

Featured Grantee

Meet Asante Art Institute of Indianapolis

For more than 30 years, Asante Art Institute of Indianapolis has served the community through the Asante Children’s Theatre and other transformational programming. The organization’s vision is to become the premier African American arts and cultural organization, replicating its model of transformation and citizenship development. Learn how Asante is dedicated to the holistic growth of youth and families through artistic experiences.

Grantmaking

Explore Glick Philanthropies’ most recent grants to organizations supporting the arts.

Arte Mexicano en Indiana
Multi-year Partnership
Spring 2026

Arte Mexicano en Indiana provides culturally grounded youth arts programming & artist network development.

ArtMix
Spring 2026

ArtMix organizes accessible & inclusive art programs for people with disabilities.

Arts for Learning
Spring 2026

Arts for Learning hosts premier school- and community-based arts education programs.

Asante Art Institute
Spring 2026

Asante Art Institute cultivates global citizens through arts programming.

El Sistema Indianapolis
Spring 2026

El Sistema Indianapolis provides free ensemble music education to underserved youth.

iibada Dance Company
Spring 2026

iibada Dance Company provides youth with equitable access to high-quality dance education and cultural experiences.

Kids Dance Outreach
Spring 2026

Kids Dance Outreach inspires excellence and instills confidence through joyful dance programs.

React
Spring 2026

React produces original programming that reacts to social issues of the world, including The G.U.N. Project, an original play to reshape youth gun culture in partnership with Asante Art Institute.

Big Car Collaborative
Fall 2025

Big Car Collaborative advances creative sustainability through affordable artist housing and a visiting residency program.

Indy Art Center
Fall 2025

The Indy Art Center provides youth with free studio art classes, art kits, and professional instruction through ArtReach.

Indy Arts Council
Fall 2025

Indy Arts Council advances equitable opportunities in the arts through its Arts & Culture Project Fund.

Sapphire Theatre Company
Fall 2025

Sapphire Theatre Company expands arts integration programming at Indianapolis Public Schools.

Summit Performance
Multi-year Partnership
Fall 2025

Summit Performance amplifies women’s stories to inspire empathy and activate change.

Urban Musical Theatre
Multi-year Partnership
Fall 2025

Urban Musical Theatre supports the Black Female Playwright Residency Program.

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Interested in chatting about the arts?

Connect with Ben
Ben Tebbe

Ben Tebbe

Senior Philanthropic Advisor

We carry out our mission by leading and supporting efforts around:

Building Community
Arts

Preserve and expand quality affordable housing that supports resident well-being

Creating Opportunity
Arts

Expand opportunities in the arts to celebrate innovation, culture, and self-expression

Creating Opportunity
Arts

Empower people to live lives of dignity with improved access to basic needs

Creating Opportunity
Arts

Increase economic mobility by decreasing barriers to employment and education

Creating Opportunity
Arts

Close achievement gaps in early childhood, K-12, and postsecondary education

Building Community
Arts

Protect civil rights & liberties, strengthen journalism, and ensure fair elections

Building Community
Arts

Ensure the Jewish community and cultural life are thriving for the next generation